Lavoura da Bouça- Celorico de Basto, Northern Portugal
€70 per night (for the plot, includes 2 people)
Quinta Stay – Quiet apple farm stay, simple comforts in the green hills of the north
About This Place
Lavoura da Bouça is a small organic apple farm set in the green hills of Celorico de Basto in northern Portugal. Surrounded by trees and open countryside, it’s a calm and natural place to slow down and spend a couple of nights close to the land.
Guests stay on a flat area suitable for vans or tents, with simple facilities available near the main house, including an eco-toilet, hot shower, electricity and Wi-Fi — just enough comfort without losing the rural feel.
The farm is home to a mix of animals, with geese, ducks, donkeys, sheep and chickens all part of daily life, giving the place a gentle rhythm. There are walking paths around the land, along with nearby rivers and trails to explore.
At a glance
Fires: Not allowed
Best For: Relaxed farm stays with simple comforts
Good to Know
Facilities
Simple facilities are available near the main house, including an eco-toilet, electricity and Wi-Fi.
Setting
This is a working farm with animals and day-to-day activity, giving it a natural, lived-in feel.
Extras
There is a traditional stone water tank on the land, which can be used to cool off on warmer days (when available). There is also the option to cook using solar ovens.
Exploring
The surrounding area offers easy access to rivers and freshwater spots, including a nearby river mill and the river beach at Fermil de Basto — ideal for swimming and cooling off in the summer. There are also walking areas and countryside to explore, with additional private land nearby.
Book Your Stay at Lavoura da Bouça
Price: Base price includes 2 guests.
Additional guests: +€5 per person per night
(This is automatically included in your total.)
General Area — exact location given after booking
Quick Untamed Rules (applies to every stay)
– Take everything with you — no rubbish, food scraps or any waste may be left on the land.
– Human waste must never be left behind. Use a portable toilet or a sealed waste bag and pack out all waste, including toilet paper and wipes.
– Do not cut or collect wood. Bring your own firewood if fires are allowed at this pitch.
– Fires are only allowed if this specific stay clearly states so. Never make new fire pits or burn directly on the ground.
– Keep noise low — these stays are for quiet, respectful travellers.
– Respect wildlife, livestock and any nearby neighbours.
– Camp only in the designated spot for your booking.